1
as in collapsed
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
there was concern that the dam would go out under the force of the flood waters
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2
as in mixed
to take part in social activities
she enjoys going out on weekends, but during the week she's a homebody
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Recent Examples of gone out
There has been no official confirmation of the report and no suggestion that an invite has gone out.
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Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
In another incident in 2013 or 2014, Combs allegedly drove to a set where Ventura was filming a music video and attacked Nash again, fuming over his discovery that Nash and Ventura had gone out to dinner the night before.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2025
The lights, quite literally, have gone out on the island.
—Andres Oppenheimer
september 17, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
Residents of a house had gone out that morning to find their car blocked in the driveway by an unusual and exotic car parked behind it.
—Laura Lane, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
In the era of the smartphone, formal portraiture had gone out of fashion, and studios like the one in Manori were on the verge of closing down.
—M. Z. Adnan, New Yorker, 23 Aug. 2025
Since then it’s been mounted everywhere from regional stages to international tours, spawned a live TV concert in 2018 and continues to resonate since the themes of fame, betrayal, and political theater haven’t exactly gone out of fashion.
—David Hochman, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
In another incident in 2013 or 2014, Combs allegedly drove to a set where Ventura was filming a music video and attacked Nash again, fuming over his discovery that Nash and Ventura had gone out to dinner the night before.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2025
The lights, quite literally, have gone out on the island.
—Andres Oppenheimer
september 17, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
Residents of a house had gone out that morning to find their car blocked in the driveway by an unusual and exotic car parked behind it.
—Laura Lane, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
In the era of the smartphone, formal portraiture had gone out of fashion, and studios like the one in Manori were on the verge of closing down.
—M. Z. Adnan, New Yorker, 23 Aug. 2025
Since then it’s been mounted everywhere from regional stages to international tours, spawned a live TV concert in 2018 and continues to resonate since the themes of fame, betrayal, and political theater haven’t exactly gone out of fashion.
—David Hochman, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gone out
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Since the Soviet Union collapsed, the country has doubled its population, the only former republic to do so.—
Dada Jovanovic,
ABC News,
28 Sep. 2025
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After getting emotional while sharing her appreciation for her fans, singer Lola Young collapsed while on stage.—
Sara Vallone,
Miami Herald,
28 Sep. 2025
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The results of these studies have been mixed, with some showing a possible correlation and others showing no link.—
Dominique Mosbergen,
Time,
23 Sep. 2025
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The actors mixed fun and glamour during this year’s Venice Film Festival, where Armani beauty has been the official beauty sponsor for the last eight years.—
Randee Dawn,
Variety,
22 Sep. 2025
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Hill has 15 receptions for 198 yards and a touchdown in three games; 12 of those have gone for first downs.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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Almost two decades later, that youthful air has gone endearingly to seed.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
26 Sep. 2025
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Women are socialized to be more vulnerable.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
24 Sep. 2025
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Professional puppy training classes come with benefits, including the young pup becoming socialized with other dogs and humans, and able to explore in a safe environment, according to a report from Rover.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped out together for a good cause, marking the couple's first joint appearance since the prince's reunion with King Charles lll earlier this month.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
21 Sep. 2025
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This January, after Zendaya stepped out at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards with a diamond ring on her left-hand ring finger, a family source confirmed to PEOPLE that they are engaged.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
21 Sep. 2025
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“Gone out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gone%20out. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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